Down Second Avenue by Es'kia Mphahlele
"Down Second Avenue" is a semi-autobiographical account of a black man's life under apartheid in South Africa. The narrative chronicles the protagonist's journey from childhood to adulthood, detailing his experiences with poverty, discrimination, and the struggle for education. Despite the harsh realities of life under apartheid, the protagonist's resilience and determination shine through, offering a poignant and powerful critique of the socio-political realities of the time.
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This book is on the following lists:
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- Africa's 100 Best Books of the 20th Century (Zimbabwe International Book Fair)